Australian Music Quota

The music industry is pushing for a review of Australian radio quotas by the ACMA as it signals a wider update on content codes.

The debate around radio's local music quota debate appears to be rearing its head again.

Small made a strong point – under the Fair Trade Agreement with the US, Australia cannot increase any existing protective quotas in any industry – including music’s.

"It's a complete lack of acknowledgement by both radio and by the public that new Australian music is important.”

“I call on all Australians to take a minute to email or call your local member of parliament to tell them ‘We want you to support our Aussie artists and new Aussie music!’”